Quote by Joshua Foer

Invented languages have often been created in tandem with entire invented universes, and most conlangers come to their craft by way of fantasy and science fiction.

Invented languages have often been created in tandem with en

Summary

This quote highlights the close relationship between invented languages (conlangs) and the worlds they are created for. It suggests that many conlangers, those who create these languages, are often inspired by fantasy or science fiction settings. They conceive entire fictional universes and construct languages to bring their imagined worlds to life. This explanation emphasizes how the creation of conlangs is deeply intertwined with the creative process of building new fictional realms, allowing conlangers to express their artistic vision through the linguistic aspect of these imaginary worlds.

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